Antenna Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

***Active DoD Security Clearance Preferred ***

***US Citizenship Required***

***NO VISA SUPPORT or C2C***

Primary Function:

Long Wave Inc. is seeking an early- or mid-career RF Engineer to take ownership of antenna design for Department of War (DoW) programs. This role is suited for engineers with several years of experience or advanced degree(s) who can develop RF subsystems, manage requirements, perform tests, and document the results. 

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Antenna Design and Development: Lead the design and development of antenna components. 

1. RF System Architecture: Provide major inputs to RF system architecture and shape the future of RF products at Long Wave Inc. Provide technical inputs in system architecture and integration. Support key design decisions, conduct trade studies, and ensure solutions meet performance and safety standards. 

1. Technical Documentation: Generate and maintain detailed technical documentation, including specifications, interface definitions, and test artifacts, for internal and customer use. 

1. Troubleshooting: Perform troubleshooting to analyze the differences between simulated and measured performance and behavior. 

1. Testing: Perform lab and field testing of designed components. Help demonstrate products and view each test as an opportunity to find new improvements. 

1. Perform other duties as assigned. 

Work Conditions: 

Employee will be working within an office environment. Employee may be expected to travel on occasion (up to 20%) to locations where specific PPE or attire is necessary. 

Job Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.  

• US Citizenship and eligibility for a DoW clearance is required. 

• Experience with RF Systems including design, analysis, production, or test. 

• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to produce formal test documentation and reports. 

Preferred Skills:

• B.S., M.S., and/or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering. 

• RF system design experience 

• Experience with antenna modeling software such as HFSS or XFDTD 

• Experience analyzing antenna systems 

• Experience with high power electronics 

• Experience using RF test equipment such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and power meters 

• Experience working with systems engineers and other engineering specializations in a cross-functional team. Experience with Came Systems Modeler (or similar MBSE tool) 

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Long Wave, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability